A fundamental requirement of lathe operation, for accuracy and safety, is the ability to hold any workpiece securely and repeatedly on the machine. While few problems arise with straightforward work on a properly aligned lathe, the variety of jobs undertaken by small workshops and model engineers is bound to give rise to occasions when how to hold work requires consideration. When these situations arise and exacting accuracy is essential, working methods and lathe set-up are vital for an acceptable result. The comprehensive manual all aspects of the "whys and hows" including the fundamentals of basic lathe alignment. Topics covered include faceplate work, general chuck work, universal or independent chuck, self-centering chuck, unusual chucks, collets, work steadies, and lathe alignment. Includes black and white photos, and 56 plans and scale drawings.

Workholding for Machinists explains the various workholding options that are available to the metalworker, together with the principles behind them. The book explains the importance of precision in holding work in place and also the importance of tools and machines being held securely, so that the machinist may avoid damage to the machine and to the work being undertaken, and thus achieve a high quality end product. The emphasis is on creating good work within a limited budget, and a limited range of resources. The topics covered in this new book include: work holding on lathes and milling machines; collets and collect chucks; turning between centres; turning on a faceplate and tool holding. Fully illustrated with 118 photographs and diagrams.

A must-have guide for woodworkers and woodcarvers filled with essential information about carving tools and techniques.

Summer has arrived! Get new, skill-building inspiration with this summer issue of Woodcarving Illustrated! From super simple and small gnomes and a five-point whimsey to a stylized whale and a classic rosette relief, this summer issue is filled with tons of playful projects for the season! With step-by-step instructions, coordinating photography, carving patterns, and expert guidance, youll carve a scuttling crab, a mini detective, realistic magnolia blossoms, a Nordic-inspired flat-plane character, and so much more! Also included in this issue are detailed product reviews, artist spotlights, reader galleries, bonus patterns and projects, and more!

Get new carving inspiration with this spring issue of Woodcarving Illustrated! From a super simple unicorn and a Valentines Day monster to a stylized koi fish and a cartoon handyman caricature, this spring issue is filled with tons of playful and skill-building projects! With step-by-step instructions, coordinating photography, carving patterns, and expert guidance, youll carve a man in the moon, a gnome with balloons, a boisterous bunny, and so much more! Also included in this issue is are detailed product reviews of the Tibro axe and Jonaker hatchet, artist spotlights, reader galleries, bonus patterns and projects, and more!

Carve classic holiday favorites in this festive issue of Woodcarving Illustrated! From a chip carved sleigh and an elf caricature who works as the manager in Santas workshop to a power carved reindeer and a customizable Santa ornament, this winter issue is filled with tons of holiday projects to spread the Christmas cheer! With step-by-step instructions, coordinating photography, carving patterns, and expert guidance to build your skills, youll carve a simple snowman ornament, wheely turtle toy, rustic coffee scoop, a colorful toy solider, and so much more! Also included in this issue is a detailed product review of Schaaf Tools cut-resistant gloves, an artist spotlight on award-winning ice carvers, a feature on Frank Fousts comfort birds that have led to a heartwarming movement within the carving community, reader galleries, bonus patterns and projects, and more!

Be inspired by this skill-building issue of Woodcarving Illustrated! From a three-step scarecrow pin to an expressive Jack-o-lantern, this fall issue is teeming with mysterious and magical projects to complement the crisp welcome of fall. With step-by-step instructions, coordinating photography, carving patterns, and expert guidance, youll carve a spooky Santa, classic rosette chip carving, trick-or-treat caricature, tiny gnome home, witch shelf-sitter, and so much more! Also included in this issue are stunning artist features, simple stretches to stay comfortable while you carve, a detailed product review of the MakerX rotary tool and airbrush, workshop hacks, reader galleries, bonus patterns and projects, and more!

Sometimes less is more and in this summer issue of Woodcarving Illustrated, youll be blown away by all the small but mighty projects! Ranging in size from a whittled aquarium that can fit inside a matchbox to a summery Circle of Chips wall hanging, the projects featured in this stunning issue are unlike anything youve seen before. With step-by-step instructions, coordinating photography, patterns, and expert guidance, youll carve a petite unicorn, a chip carved jewelry box, stylized sharks, a realistic tropical fish, a scallop shell relief carving, and so much more! Also included in this issue are impressive artist features from a woodcarving nun to a graphite carver workshop tips, reader galleries (plus a new challenge!), bonus patterns and projects, and more!

Feel inspired with the magic of the holiday season with the 2020 winter issue of Woodcarving Illustrated! Featuring more than a dozen projects that both beginner and advanced carvers will enjoy, create a simple snowman, flat-plane reindeer, chip carved calendar, decorative ornaments, winter and Christmas caricatures, and so much more! With step-by-step instructions, coordinating photography, helpful tips, and full-size patterns, also included in this festive issue is an extensive reader gallery, inspiring artist features, insightful technique lessons, product reviews, and more!

Fall into a pile of inspiration with the 2020 fall issue of Woodcarving Illustrated! Featuring more than a dozen projects that both beginner and advanced carvers will enjoy, create a flat-plane bison, power carved lion bust, stylized sugar spoon, chip carved phone holder, light-up ghost, and so much more! With step-by-step instructions, coordinating photography, and helpful tips, also included in this exciting issue is an "5 Under 35" rising artists feature, advice on paintbrush care, tips on teaching, technique lessons, bonus projects and videos, and so much more!

Get inspired this summer! The 2020 summer issue of Woodcarving Illustrated is filled with more than a dozen projects that both beginner and advanced carvers will enjoy. Including flat-plane alligators, whittled ladybugs, and comfort turtles for novice woodcarvers, others will enjoy rising to the challenge to carve a realistic yellow-rumped warbler, a female wood spirit, a chip carved bowl, and so much more. With step-by-step instructions, coordinating photography, and helpful tips, also included is this issue are detailed product reviews, technique lessons, artist features, bonus projects and plans, online extras, and so much more!

Spring is almost here, and this new issue of Woodcarving Illustrated is perfect for breathing new life and brushing up on your carving (and painting) skills! Carve a hangry hawk in an afternoon, whittle reusable cocktail stirrers, use just two tools to carve an 8-step comfort turtle, and so much more! This 90th issue of Woodcarving Illustrated magazine includes 15 projects, all with ready-to-use patterns and step-by-step instructions that are perfect for any and all skill levels! From whittling a simple minnow fishing lure for beginners to a detailed multilayered woodland cottage for a challenge, theres something for every carver to learn, practice, and enjoy. Also featured are loads of painting tips and techniques, how to make an insect condo to protect backyard pollinators, access to special offers and online extras like bonus patterns and action videos and so much more!

Tis the season for DIY gifts and decorations! Carve Norbert the Elf, nativity scene ornaments, a Santa in disguise as a firefighter, a walnut scoop, and more! This 89th issue of Woodcarving Illustrated magazine includes 15 projects, all with ready-to-use patterns and step-by-step instructions that are perfect for any and all skill levels! From whittling a simple chimney Santa for beginners to a detailed rosette applique, theres something for every carver to learn, practice, and enjoy. Also featured is the mission of WOO, a workshop founded by and created for female woodworkers and carvers in Baltimore, Maryland. Read about whether you should add a lathe to your workspace, gain access to special offers and online extras like bonus patterns and action videos and so much more!

Carve autumn-inspired earrings, a structural mobius strip, a loyal Golden Retriever walking stick topper, Halloween ornaments and caricatures, and more! This 88th issue of Woodcarving Illustrated magazine includes 9 unique projects, plus 12 additional Halloween-themed projects, all with ready-to-use patterns and step-by-step instructions that are perfect for all skill levels! From whittling a simple witch pin for beginners to a detailed Dracula, mummy, and a beaver named Bartholomew, theres something for every carver to learn, practice, and enjoy. Also featured is an incredible mission to recover centuries-old sunken wood thats been repurposed into works of art see the designs and how the historical wood responded! Read about the best new Dockyard miniature carving tools, gain access to special offers and online extras like bonus patterns and action videos practice hand exercises to increase your strength, and so much more!

Carve woodland classics, stylized combs, Civil War busts, and more! This 87th issue of Woodcarving Illustrated magazine includes 11 exciting projects and ready-to-use patterns with step-by-step instructions and photography that are perfect for all skill levels! From a baby chickadee and summery coasters for beginners to an intricate green man spirit and humorous (and slightly snobby) gourmand caricature for advanced challenge-seekers, theres something for every carver to enjoy. Also featured are artist spotlights to learn about the carvers behind some project designs. Read about the best new carving tools (including the revolutionary Pegas Scroll Band Saw), gain access to online extras like bonus patterns and action videos learn to carve classic moldings, and so much more!

In this issue: Powercarve a Bear Head Six pages are devoted to detailed instructions and techniques for power carving Lori Andrews bear head.Carving a Realistic RabbitPut to the Test: Walnut Hollow Creative Craft an owl pendant in an afternoonChip-Carved Picture FramePower Carving a Bear HeadAdorn your favorite staff witha Celtic-inspired braided handle

This issue features:Power carving: quick, easy, effectiveHiking sticks: with ball-inpcage designSimple and strong shellac finishesEasy-carve realistic eyesMake a dragon for your deskCarve more, sharp

Carve into winter with the latest issue from Woodcarving Illustrated magazine! Featuring 20 festive skill-building projects with patterns included, youll find tips and techniques from experts in their craft. Youll master fun projects like a chip-carved cookie press, whittled elf boots, a white Christmas bear, ornaments, Santas, and so much more! Dont forget to check out the feature on Chipping Away, and "artists to watch" on page 8theres so much to explore in issue #113!

Carve into fall with the latest issue from Woodcarving Illustrated magazine! Featuring 15 skill-building projects with patterns included, youll find tips and techniques from experts in their craft. Youll master fun projects like an Angry Viking, a Goofy Gargoyle, a Rock and Roll Gnome, a Hipster Frankenstein, and so much more! Dont forget to check out the feature on Chipping Away, and a highlight on David Boones "Imitation of Life" projectstheres so much to explore in issue #112!

Carve into summer with the latest issue from Woodcarving Illustrated magazine! Featuring 15 projects with patterns included, youll find tips and techniques from experts in their craft. Youll master fun projects like a Celtic Chip Carving, a Realistic Atlantic Salmon, a Sunflower Starburst Relief Carving, a Classic Gnome caricature, and more! Dont forget to check out feature on Flexcuttheres so much to explore in issue #111!